The makers of Tootsie Rolls announced this week the venerable 111-year old chocolate treat is now certified kosher by the Orthodox Union (You'll recognize the familiar "OU" symbol which appears on many kosher products) meaning an entirely new group of sugar-fiends has a new weapon in its arsenal. New packaging bearing the symbol won't appear for several weeks, yet, but the product itself is good to go, according to a release on the Orthodox Union's web site.

Three additional candies produced by the same company were also granted the OU's seal of approval: Tootsie Fruit Rolls, Frooties, and DOTS. Tootsie Roll Industries, Inc., based in Chicago, makes several iconic candies besides Tootsie Rolls, including Charleston Chew, Andes chocolate mints, Junior Mints, and Sugar Daddy bars.